Stay the course! WHs are very good at scenting their LBWs finally starting to stand up for themselves and detaching. He's trying to keep you on the hook. That doesn't mean what he's saying isn't true-- he may very well be feeling all those things-- but remember, believe nothing of what they say and half of what they do. What LH says above is totally correct-- he maybe feels guilty about being a total and complete a-hole, but it hasn't stopped him from still doing it.
It also shows that what you are doing is working. MWD says see what works and KEEP IT UP. That means do not respond lovingly. If i were you, I'd totally ignore it and keep on focusing 100% on yourself and detaching. I wouldn't acknowledge his email at all. Let him wonder what you're thinking, if you read it, etc.
Keep it up! Stay strong!
Me (46) H (42) M:14 T:18, D9 & D11 4/19 - 12/19: series of escalating BDs 9/20 - present: R and piecing
